The
concert industry has yet to be hit by the recession.
So far.While almost all other businesses are floundering, the concert industry is boasting one of its best years ever.
The biz scored just under $4 billion worldwide, up 13% from last year.
Bon Jovi ranked Number 1 in sales, earning $210.6 million and drawing 2.2 million fans.
Bruce Springsteen came in second with
Madonna at a close third, earning $204.5 million and $162 million, respectively.
Billboard's concert industry writer,